Chapter 598: Strategy for the Conquest of Mecca

Chapter 598: Strategy for the Conquest of Mecca

In order to weaken the Burgundian faction, but also to regain ground. While the Duke of Burgundy knelt down to salute on a bridge in Montereau, the Orleans faction suddenly launched an attack and killed the Duke.

In this way, the Duke who died in the same way in history died two years early. This made their reputation even worse. Philip, who became the new duke, was less than 25 years old. He grew up in Flanders and was closer to it. He loved luxury and preferred performances and jousts to jousts rather than power and conquest. , but his desire to rule France is stronger than that of his father. His solution to the British invasion was to carve up northern France with the British.

Even if he is ruled by the British, he can gain many benefits: he can rule large areas of France at a very small cost; if he can become an integral part of the Bartland dynasty, he can also gain a lot of power, which He gained more power than controlling the Valois dynasty.

Since peaceful coexistence is to be achieved, the Burgundian army must withdraw. Let the Duke of Orleans do the rest.

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Peter received various news from the front line and learned that France and Austria, the two leading brothers, had been defeated, so it was time for the East to settle accounts. The first to bear the brunt is Georgia.

"Your Majesty, everything is ready. 30,000 people will attack Georgia. At the same time, 6,000 cavalry will quickly go to Tbilisi. Our envoys will also assist. The King of Georgia can be delivered to you in one night."

Petkov reported to the emperor that now that the western region had come to an end, it was time for the eastern region to begin. Otherwise it would be too boring.

“I really don’t trust the country of Georgia, and it’s better to have it in our own hands.”

If Alexander could be obedient, he could tolerate it. But alas, he didn't.

Alexander worked hard to drive Rome out of Georgia, and to do so, he even collaborated with the pagans, which the Orthodox Church viewed as a man who had surrendered to the pagans. Although they were not opposed to living in harmony with the pagans, this was something that could only be done by the emperor.

"In that case, let's start when you're ready. Don't keep the Duke waiting."

"yes"

Petkov retreated, then Batista entered.

"Your Majesty, Vienna has surrendered; the English have captured Paris; Brandenburg has captured Silesia."

Peter didn't know where he was when three pieces of news hit him at once, but these good news were very important.

"Okay, great, now they won't be able to turn around for twenty years."

"Your Majesty, now that Carthage is stable and there is no threat from the west, is it time to head east?"

Peter nodded appreciatively, "Now, only the battle between Constantinople and Mecca remains."

"Anything else?" Peter asked next.

"Your Majesty!" Batista coughed lightly and said, "I received a clear reply from Baghdad yesterday. They will send an envoy of nearly a hundred people for this horse racing competition."

"How many, nearly a hundred people?" Peter was slightly surprised.

"Yes, Your Majesty, Baghdad actually sent so many people to Constantinople. This will undoubtedly show the world the power of the empire and also reflect the strong friendship between the two countries!" Batista said excitedly: "I It is recommended that the mission should be greeted with grand etiquette to reflect the importance we attach to them!”

"This is what it should be. You are responsible for the arrangements." Peter did not show any joy. On the contrary, he asked solemnly: "According to the intelligence, the leader of Baghdad has been ill and bedridden for three months. I once proposed to send The best doctor went to treat him, but he politely refused. Although he did not know the details of his current condition, his state affairs had been delegated by the prime minister, which showed that his condition was very serious. Under such circumstances, he still sent such a large number of doctors! Delegation, just for friendship?”

"Your Majesty, Baghdad sent a mission to Constantinople at this critical moment. It is obvious that he has felt some threats and had to come to the empire in person to seek support." Batista said: "We should not do anything about this. Hesitantly expressed his support to him to strengthen his confidence! And the most important thing is Baghdad, which is the most important place for the empire to contain them and even attack in the future. It must not be lost!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the foreign minister standing next to him stood up: "But our verbal support for Baghdad is not enough. He was just ill for a long time and did not die. If at this time some people usurp power with the support behind his back, then what will happen to Baghdad?" This is very bad news for the eastern part of the empire. So we must act like Tunisia and send troops to Baghdad!”

"Baghdad is only a friendly country to the empire, not a subsidiary. If they want to send troops, they must first take the initiative, otherwise they will become enemies." Batista reminded.

"According to diplomatic practice, this should be done." The other party then said: "But we have to take into account the current situation. There are several of his successors. It is said that they have begun to attack each other, and it is said that the prime minister resolutely changed his mind when he was acting as an agent of the country. He has insisted on the preferential treatment of religious personnel for many years... What if he cannot invite us to send reinforcements in time? We must be prepared in advance!"

At this time, Mason, the finance minister, also stood up and said loudly: "Your Majesty, since Mecca put down the rebellion around them, their army has been in the desert. At that time, we all thought that due to the heavy losses caused by the internal strife of the Arabs in recent years, they had given up the plan to retake Jerusalem. But now it seems that the greedy Arabs have not given up, but have changed their strategy. They want to bribe the generals of Baghdad and cause civil strife in Baghdad, so as to conquer the city more easily. This must arouse our vigilance!

Mason became more and more angry as he spoke: "In the past few years, we have not only provided Aden with a large amount of material assistance, but also allowed dissidents to actively accept the employment of the Governor of Palestine and send troops to participate in the war. They have long been regarded as the number one enemy by Mecca. I am afraid that this time they have not only taken action against Baghdad, but also have other conspiracies against the empire. We can no longer respond passively, but should take the initiative. While they have not come out yet, send a large army to attack Mecca! "

When these words came out, many ministers were surprised: Why did the meeting suddenly talk about launching a war against Mecca?!

"Mr. Mason, I want to remind you that Mecca is different from Jerusalem. It is all desert with only a few oases. We must be fully prepared. Otherwise, if the supplies are not enough, tens of thousands of soldiers will be trapped in the desert. "